HOW TO MAKE YOUR FEET FEEL BETTER
BAD FEET GOOD FEET
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YOUR FEET ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU
- They’re easy to take for granted, but it’s hard to get anywhere without them
- When they hurt, it can be tough to concentrate on anything else
- So pamper your feet to keep them at their best
KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR FEET
- Your feet take a beating every day & small problems can turn into big ones if you ignore them
- Look over your feet each day for cuts, sores, loose or discolored toenails, swelling or rashes
WASH YOUR FEET
- When you’re walking, they’re working & they also sweat
- When the cracks & crevices between your toes are trapped in your shoes, they are a warm
moist place that’s ideal for fungus - That can lead to things like athlete’s foot
- When you wash your feet, the water shouldn’t be too hot, between 90 & 95 degrees is best
- Don't forget to get between your toes
KEEP YOUR FEET DRY
- This may seem obvious, but many people don’t dry their feet the right way
- It’s not just the tops & bottoms
- You should get between your toes, where fungus is most likely to cause problems
USE POWDER
- After you dry your feet, sprinkle cornstarch or talcum powder on them to help keep them dry
- If you have athlete’s foot or some other infection, you can try special medicated foot powders that also help with itching
DON'T SOAK YOUR FEET
- It may feel good at the time, but soaking your feet for long periods can lead to dry, cracked
skin that can cause pain, sores & even infection - Just wash, dry, powder & repeat
KEEP YOUR FEET SOFT
- Use lotion, cream, petroleum jelly or whatever moisturizer you prefer
- Put a thin coat of it on the tops & bottoms of your feet
- Make sure to rub it all the way in & skip between your toes, where too much moisture can
cause trouble
TRIM YOUR TOENAILS
- You should cut them straight across
- You can smooth the corners with an emery board or nail file
1. Don’t angle them
2. That can cause your toenails to grow into your skin, which is painful and can lead
to infection
3. Have a foot doctor trim them if you can’t see, reach, or feel your feet or your toenails
are thick, yellowed, or grown into your skin
IT'S IMPORTANT TO KEEP YOUR BLOOD FLOWING
- Wiggle your toes a couple of times a day for 5 minutes at a time
- Move your ankles around to help even more
- Don’t cross your legs for long periods or wear tight socks because that can mess with
your blood flow
STRETCH YOUR FEET
- Foot stretches & a massage with a ball or roller are good for your feet & can help manage painful
conditions like Plantar fasciitis, an injury to the sole of your foot that comes from
overuse - Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about which stretches are right for you
SMOOTH CORNS & CALLUSES
- You can use a special kind of stone called a pumice on corns & calluses
- After you bathe or shower, rub the stone gently over the area
- Don’t cut them or use corn plasters, liquid corn, or callus removers because they can
cause an infection - If you have this done as part of a pedicure at a salon, make sure the footbaths & tools are
clean & that the technician washes her hands between clients
GET THE RIGHT SHOES
- When you need a new pair, it’s best to try them on at the end of the day, when your feet
are largest - Make sure that there’s plenty of room for your toes & that they fit when you get them
- Don’t expect them to 'stretch out'
- Even though high heels & shoes with pointed toes are nice, their really hard on your feet
BE ACTIVE
- Just a few minutes of activity a day can help your blood flow, which can lead to healthier feet
- What will work is
1. Walking
2. Biking
3. Swimming
4. Dancing
5. Gardening - Get the right kind of supportive shoes for your activity & ask your doctor if you’re not sure
which shoes are right for you
PROTECT THEM FROM THE ELEMENTS
- Keep your feet safe from the hot pavement in the summer with sandals or shoes & protect
them from sunburn - Many people overlook the top of their feet when they put on sunscreen, but that's a common place to get a burn
- In the cold of winter, lined boots are your feet’s best friend
IT'S IMPORTANT TO TAKE SPECIAL CARE IF YOU HAVE DIABETES
- It’s even more important to take care of your feet if you have diabetes, especially if you have
1. Pain
2. Numbness
3. Changes in the shape of your feet
4. Sores that don’t heal - The condition lowers blood flow & can damage nerves in your feet
- You may need to talk with a foot doctor, a podiatrist, to make sure you’re doing all you can
for them
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